Vincent had $153 and Zeph had some money at first. After Vincent spent $74 and Zeph spent 60% of his money, they had a total of $159 left. How much money did Zeph have at first?
| |
Vincent |
Zeph |
| Before |
$153 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $74 |
- 3 u |
| After |
$79 |
2 u |
60% =
60100 =
35 Amount that Vincent had left
= 153 - 74
= $79
Total amount that Vincent and Zeph had left = 79 + 2 u
79 + 2 u = 159
2 u = 159 - 79
2 u = 80
1 u = 80 ÷ 2 = 40
Amount that Zeph had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 40
= $200
Answer(s): $200
